Storyline
Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.
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Cast & Crew
Michael Elphick
Fisher
Esmond Knight
Osborne
Me Me Lai
Kim
Jerold Wells
Kramer
Ahmed El Shenawi
Therapist
Astrid Henning-Jensen
House Keeper
Janos Hersko
Coroner
Stig Larsson
Coroner's Assistant
Harry Harper
Portier 1
Roman Moszkowicz
Portier 2
Lars von Trier
Schmuck of Ages
Frederik Casby
White Policeman
Frequently Asked Questions
The Element of Crime was released on May 14, 1984.
The runtime of The Element of Crime is 1h 44m.
The Element of Crime is a Crime, Drama, Science Fiction movie.
The Element of Crime has a rating of 6.3 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Element of Crime is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Element of Crime was directed by Lars von Trier.
The main cast of The Element of Crime includes Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Me Me Lai.
The Element of Crime is originally in DA.